Tata Aeris vs Maruti Dzire vs Hyundai Aura vs Honda Amaze: Compact Sedans Compared
Tata’s compact sedan gets a fresh identity with the Aeris, launched at an introductory ₹5.29 lakh, ex-showroom. Replacing the Tigor, it enters a familiar contest against the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, Hyundai Aura and Honda Amaze.
The competition goes beyond the starting price. Fuel choice, automatic transmission type and equipment create meaningful differences between these four sedans. Here is how the Aeris stacks up on paper.
Price positioning: Aeris opens aggressively
Model | Starting ex-showroom price |
Tata Aeris | ₹5.29 lakh |
Hyundai Aura | About ₹6.00 lakh |
Maruti Suzuki Dzire | About ₹6.31 lakh |
Honda Amaze, third generation | About ₹7.65 lakh |
The Aeris starts approximately ₹71,000 below the Aura and ₹1.02 lakh below the Dzire. However, these are entry-variant comparisons, not equivalent equipment comparisons.
The Aeris launch price table places petrol AMT versions from ₹6.69 lakh, CNG manual versions from ₹6.29 lakh and CNG AMT versions from ₹7.69 lakh. Its most expensive listed CNG AMT variant reaches ₹9.74 lakh.
For buyers, the relevant comparison is the price of the variant with their preferred gearbox and essential features. The ₹5.29 lakh headline does not include the equipment offered on higher trims.
Prices checked on 25 September 2026; exclude registration and insurance. Honda’s online pages and market listings show differing prices following a recent revision, so its figure above is the amount displayed on the official specifications page. Confirm the applicable price before booking.
Engines and gearboxes: Four distinct choices
Model | Petrol engine | Petrol gearbox choices | CNG arrangement |
Tata Aeris | 1.2-litre naturally aspirated | 5-speed manual / 5-speed AMT | Factory twin-cylinder CNG; manual and AMT |
Maruti Suzuki Dzire | 1.2-litre Z-Series | Manual / AGS automated manual | Factory S-CNG |
Hyundai Aura | 1.2-litre Kappa | Manual / AMT | Factory CNG with manual gearbox |
Honda Amaze | 1.2-litre i-VTEC | 5-speed manual / CVT | Dealer retrofit facility for selected variants |
The Aeris makes its strongest case through the combination of factory CNG and an automated manual transmission. Buyers who want lower fuel expenditure without operating a clutch have a clear reason to consider it.
The Amaze takes a different approach with its CVT. Unlike an AMT, a CVT does not shift between a fixed set of conventional forward gears. That makes the Honda worth testing for buyers who prioritise smooth urban driving. This is a transmission comparison, not a road-test verdict on the new Aeris.
Honda’s CNG option also needs careful interpretation: its website lists approved retrofitment through dealers for selected variants. It should not be presented as identical to a factory-fitted CNG model.
Efficiency: Dzire sets a useful benchmark
Maruti Suzuki publishes fuel-efficiency figures of 24.79 km/l for the Dzire petrol manual, 25.71 km/l for the AGS and 33.73 km/kg for S-CNG. Honda quotes 18.65 km/l for the Amaze manual and 19.46 km/l for the CVT.
These are certified figures, not guaranteed real-world results. A definitive four-car mileage ranking would require verified Aeris figures and consistent test conditions.
For high-mileage users, CNG savings should be weighed against the purchase premium, local fuel availability and refuelling time. Low annual usage can make a less expensive petrol variant the more economical purchase overall.
Features: Different reasons to spend more
Model | Notable equipment on selected variants |
Tata Aeris | 10.25-inch touchscreen, ventilated front seats, rear AC vents and 360-degree camera |
Maruti Suzuki Dzire | Electric sunroof, 360-degree camera, wireless charging and automatic climate control |
Hyundai Aura | 8-inch touchscreen, rear AC vents, automatic climate control and cruise control |
Honda Amaze | Honda Sensing ADAS on ZX; CVT option across its trim range |
Aeris adds equipment that can matter in daily use, particularly seat ventilation in hot weather and parking cameras in tight spaces. Dzire counters with a sunroof and a broad convenience package.
Aura remains relevant for buyers whose requirements centre on familiar controls and everyday convenience. The Amaze’s distinguishing technology is its driver-assistance suite.
Equipment varies by variant and powertrain. Compare the actual versions within budget rather than combining each model’s top-spec feature list with its base price.
Safety: Compare the exact variant
Maruti Suzuki lists six airbags across the Dzire range. Hyundai’s feature table also shows six airbags across the Aura range, while stability control, hill-start assistance and ISOFIX availability vary by trim. Honda lists six airbags and vehicle stability assist, with Honda Sensing reserved for the ZX.
Buyers should check these essentials before prioritising cosmetic upgrades. A crash-test result belonging to the outgoing Tigor must not automatically be assigned to the Aeris.
Auto Punditz view
The Aeris gives Tata a stronger proposition on paper through its low entry price, broader equipment offering and factory CNG-AMT combination. Its real-world refinement, fuel efficiency and ownership experience still need to be assessed.
The Dzire deserves a place on the shortlist for efficiency-focused buyers. The Aura offers a lower entry point than the Dzire and Amaze, with petrol and factory CNG choices. The Amaze is particularly relevant to buyers seeking a CVT and the ZX variant’s ADAS.
For Tata, the commercial opportunity is to turn interest in the Aeris into purchases of its mid-range variants. Competitive pricing on the versions buyers actually want will matter more than the starting price alone.
